Whether you circle the globe or camp up a canyon, make your trip better with this outdoor getaway gear.
By Melissa McGibbon and Jenny Willden
Lunchskins Reusable Bags
Savvy travelers love these reusable zippered bags. They come in a variety of colors and sizes and are toxin free, food safe, and better for the environment. $4-$12
Kiss My Face Sunscreen
Protect your face and body from sun damage with broad spectrum sunscreens that won’t irritate sensitive skin. Natural, organic, and free of parabens, oxybenzones, and artificial fragrances. $3–$16
PoserSnap Mobile Photo Studio
Take better photos with this 7-piece set for all smartphones and tablets. Includes ultra-bright 16 LED photo and video light, 3-in-one photo clip lens, flexible tripod with mount, Bluetooth remote shutter, and universal selfie stick. $29
Petzl Reactik+
This Bluetooth-equipped, 300-lumen light pairs with the MyPetzl Light app for Androids and iPhones. And its emergency interface works even when you’re out of coverage. $109
Yeti Hopper Two 30
Be the star of the party with Yeti’s portable soft cooler. Holds up to 24 cans of beer (or Diet Coke), is leakproof, waterproof, and promises ice for days. $349
Eagle Creek Cargo Hauler Rolling Duffel 90L
Great for road tripping or flying, this rolling duffel has strong wheels, gear pockets, grab handles, and thoughtful details like backpack straps—just in case you need them. $159
Cotopaxi Allpa Travel Pack 35L
Durable and carry-on-compatible, this backpack system is a great go-to for any adventure. It’s tough, but stylish, and has smart features like quick access pockets, theft-proof webbing, and zippered mesh compartments. $130
Baubax Bomber Jacket
You won’t believe how stealth this travel jacket is. With 15 features, it fits everything from your passport to a tablet without making you look like you’re trying to smuggle miniature monkeys. $179
Toad&Co Women’s Versatrail Tight
Yoga pants may be your go-to, but when it comes to hiking, they don’t cut it. Toad&Co redesigned tights for the trail with abrasion-resistant paneling on the seat and legs and added back and side zipper pockets. All while maintaining the comfy yoga fit you love. $89
Helly Hansen Women’s Hild QD Shorts
Take to peaks or city streets in these quick-dry, stylish shorts. The comfortable stretch waistband and UPF 50 protection make them a hiker’s favorite. $65
Sperry Coil Ivy Perforated Boat Shoe
Need comfortable shoes you can wear all day while exploring a new destination? These are a safe bet. The footbeds offer heel and arch support, and they pair with all kinds of outfits. $89
Primus Kamoto OpenFire Pit
You just never know when you’re going to need a portable fire pit. The cooking grate allows you to burn wood or charcoal for grilling or roasting, and it folds up nice and compact so it’s easy to transport. $129–$149
Pacsafe Citysafe CX Convertible Crossbody
What could be worse than being robbed on vacation? Prevent it with this redesigned anti-theft bag featuring RFIDsafe® pouch, slashproof straps and side panels, and turn-and-lock hooks to keep thieves out. Bonus: Converts to a smaller bag for versatility. $80
Yeti Rambler 20oz
Keep your drink hot or cold with this double-walled insulated cup. With a stainless steel body and no-sweat design so your hands stay dry. $29
Platypus Duolock SoftBottle
One of the best travel accessories you can have is a flexible water bottle that doesn’t leak and stands on its own. Flatten, roll, and stow when it’s empty then clip to your bag to keep it handy. $9–$11
Kammock Firebelly Trail Quilt
Stay cozy around a campfire with the Firebelly. 750-fill water-repellant down feathers partnered with Atmos™ ripstop nylon fabric makes for one warm, durable blanket. $299
Parks Project Men’s Zion Shirt
Show your love for Zion with a tee that gives back. This cotton, vintage style benefits the Youth Education Initiative, a program that promotes positive youth experiences in national parks. $36
Adventure Medical Kits Mountain Series Backpacker Kit
Protect yourself with this 4-day kit containing blister-fighting moleskin, first aid book, wound treatment kit, and medications for allergies, stomach upset, and pain. $39
Matador Nano Dry Towel
Stay fresh by toting a packable, antimicrobial towel. Absorbs 2.3 times its own weight in water and stows in a clippable case. $35
Katadyn BeFree 1L Bottle
Enjoy clean, safe water anywhere with this collapsible flask containing a built-in microfilter. Filters contaminants like bacteria and cysts and has an easy shake-and-swish membrane. $45
Lander Cascade Powerbank
You can’t ‘gram your trip or find your way without your smartphone. Use this powerful bank to fully charge it up to four times without outlet access. $70
Matador Beast28 Packable Bag
This hydration-ready bag stows small, but fits in technical features like padded hip belt, lumbar support, plenty of pockets, and stabilizing compression straps. $90
Patagonia 850 Down Sleeping Bag 19°F
Patagonia’s first for market sleeping bag features a center zip design, unique baffle construction that skips seams to eliminate cold spots, and baffled foot box for toastier toes. In Patagonia fashion, the down is traceable—ensuring birds are never force-fed or live-plucked. $499
Therm-a-Rest Trail King SV
MSR PocketRocket™ 2
Therm-a-Rest UNO™ Chair
For festivals, outdoor concerts, and car camping, this compact chair is tops. Packs into a frisbee-shaped disc that doubles as a compact table for food prep or drink holding and stashes small in a pack when needed. Holds up to 250 pounds and meets festival-height regulations so you won’t block anyone’s view. $90
Therm-a-Rest Tranquility™ 4 Tent
For DIY glamping, pack this roomy, quick-to-pitch tent that’s built with smart features like mud mats, integrated gear pockets, and an arched design for more head space. Stuffs into a legit backpack for easy transport. Learn more from our detailed gear test. $480
Sunski Makanis
Standout shades for adventure travel, add a $3 replacement lens kit to this polarized pair in case you scratch or break them on the road. $55
